Tomasoni wins first World Cup as Howden secures ski cross globe

Federico Tomasoni won his first ski cross World Cup in Craigleith, leading Kaleb Barnum by 0.41 seconds in a final featuring both athletes’ first appearances at that stage. Kristofor Mahler took third at his home ski club, while David Mobaerg completed the four-person men’s final.

Reece Howden secured his fourth overall Crystal Globe before starting his opening heat. Simone Deromedis’s early elimination removed the remaining title challenge, although Howden himself later exited in the quarterfinals with two races still scheduled in Gallivare to complete the season.

Sandra Naeslund won the women’s event from start to finish, beating Marielle Berger Sabbatel by 0.17 seconds. Fanny Smith finished third, while Daniela Maier won the small final and remained the only mathematical season challenger.